Terms & Conditions

1. About SGM Drivers

SGM Drivers is a specialist HGV driver recruitment and training agency operating in the United Kingdom. Our services are provided through the website sgmrecruitment.co.uk. For enquiries: david@sgmrecruitment.com | +44 7938 471626.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing sgmrecruitment.co.uk, registering as a driver, submitting an employer request, or booking training, you accept these Terms & Conditions in full. These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

3. Website Usage Terms

3.1 Permitted Use

You may use sgmrecruitment.co.uk for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Use the website in any way that violates applicable local, national or international law
• Transmit unsolicited or unauthorised advertising material (spam)
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the website or its servers
• Submit false, misleading or fraudulent information via any form on sgmrecruitment.co.uk
• Reproduce, duplicate, copy or re-sell any part of our website without express written consent

3.2 Account Responsibility

If you register on our website, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account details and for all activities that occur under your account.

4. Recruitment Services

4.1 For Drivers

By registering as a driver at sgmrecruitment.co.uk, you confirm that:

• All information provided (including licence details, experience, and qualifications) is accurate and truthful
• You hold the right to work in the United Kingdom
• You possess the licences and certifications you claim to hold
• You consent to SGM Drivers conducting relevant background checks including DVLA, DBS and right-to-work verification

Submission of false information will result in immediate removal from our candidate database and may be reported to relevant authorities.

4.2 For Employers

Employer clients requesting drivers through sgmrecruitment.co.uk agree to:

• Provide accurate information about the role, working conditions, pay rates and requirements
• Comply with all applicable employment legislation including AWR, National Living Wage, and Health & Safety regulations
• Not approach SGM Drivers workers directly to offer employment outside of our agency arrangement without payment of applicable introduction fees
• Treat all SGM Drivers staff with dignity and respect in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

5. Training Services

Training courses booked through sgmrecruitment.co.uk are subject to the following conditions:

• Cancellation: A minimum of 48 hours' notice is required for course cancellation. Late cancellations may incur a fee.
• Rescheduling: Course dates may be rescheduled subject to availability and reasonable notice.
• Attendance: Delegates must attend all required training hours to receive certification.
• Payment: Course fees are due prior to commencement unless otherwise agreed in writing.

6. Service Disclaimer

SGM Drivers makes every effort to match candidates with appropriate positions; however, we cannot guarantee:

• That any particular candidate will be placed in employment
• That any particular vacancy will be filled within a specific timeframe
• The suitability of any candidate for any particular role beyond our standard vetting process

The information provided on sgmrecruitment.co.uk is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial or professional advice.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by English law, SGM Drivers shall not be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, special or consequential losses arising from use of sgmrecruitment.co.uk
• Loss of business, profits, revenue or data
• Any interruption to the availability or functionality of our website
• The actions, conduct or performance of any driver or employer introduced through our services

Nothing in these Terms limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, or for fraudulent misrepresentation.

8. Intellectual Property

All content on sgmrecruitment.co.uk, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of SGM Drivers or its content suppliers and is protected by UK and international copyright, trademark and other intellectual property laws.

The SGM Drivers name, logo, and associated branding are trademarks of SGM Drivers. You may not use any SGM Drivers trademarks without our prior written consent.

9. Privacy & Data Protection

Your use of sgmrecruitment.co.uk is also governed by our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, which are incorporated into these Terms by reference.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. SGM Drivers is not responsible for the content, privacy practices or terms of third-party sites. Links do not imply our endorsement of those websites.

11. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions and any disputes arising from your use of sgmrecruitment.co.uk or SGM Drivers services are governed exclusively by the laws of England and Wales. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

12. Changes to Terms

SGM Drivers reserves the right to update these Terms & Conditions at any time. Changes will be posted at sgmrecruitment.co.uk/terms.html. Continued use of our website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

13. Contact